Dental implants are a proven solution for individuals who are missing one or more teeth or currently wearing full or partial dentures. This modern treatment can significantly enhance quality of life by restoring function, improving appearance, and preserving oral health. The idea that age is a barrier to receiving dental implants is a misconception that has been widely dispelled…
If you are missing teeth, dental implants really raise above all teeth replacement options: bridges, partials, complete dentures. Unlike any other option, they replicate the entire tooth structure. They look and feel natural and proven to have a 95% success rate in the hands of a skilled surgeon. Moreover, they can completely transform your daily life. 1. Dental Implants Feel…
As a practicing periodontist of nearly 35 years, it is my privilege and responsibility to continue to educate my patients as well as provide them with state of the art surgical and implant care. The following article may surprise you, but I hope it compels you to appreciate the link that periodontal disease may have to a variety illnesses that…
RECENT STUDIES DEMONSTRATE THE STRONG LINK BETWEEN ORAL HEALTH AND DETERIORATING BRAIN FUNCTION The Link Between Periodontal Disease & Alzheimer’s Disease According to a recent analysis conducted by the National Institute on Aging (2020), the bacteria associated with periodontal disease that causes chronic inflammation is also associated with the development of and progression of Alzheimer’s disease and age-related dementia, especially…
